FAQs

How many grams of sugar are in your elderberry syrup?

The sugar content in our elderberry syrup is naturally added from pure raw honey.

1 Tsp = 1g sugar

1 Tablespoon = 4g sugar

Please click on the product image, under the shop page, to view the full supplement facts panel located on our bottles.

How much elderberry syrup do I take?

Suggested Use: Immune System Booster

• 1-2 Years of Age: 1/2 Teaspoon
• 3-12 Years of Age: 1 Teaspoon
• Adults: 1 Tablespoon

Take seasonally or most days of the week.

Suggested Use: For Additional Support

• Continue every 3 hours, up to 5 times daily until symptoms subside. 

I have an autoimmune disease, should I take elderberry syrup?

For those with an autoimmune disease, we advise to contact your physician or healthcare professional prior to using any new herbal supplement. 

Does elderberry syrup interact with other medications?

If you are taking any medications or other herbal supplements, we advise to contact your physician or healthcare professional prior to using any new herbal supplement.

How long does our elderberry syrup last?

For best quality and taste our elderberry syrup should be consumed within 90 days after opening.

Is elderberry syrup safe to take while pregnant or nursing?

We advise contacting your healthcare professional prior to using any new herbal supplement while pregnant or nursing.

Does our elderberry syrup need to be refrigerated?

Yes! The raw honey used in our elderberry syrup acts as a natural preservative; however to maintain best quality and freshness refrigeration is required upon arrival.

Is elderberry syrup safe for babies?

No, our elderberry syrup contains raw honey. Children under the age of one year should not consume honey. We advise to contact your pediatrician prior to giving your child any new herbal supplement.

What makes this elderberry syrup different than commercial elderberry syrup?

Unlike commercial elderberry syrups that contain high fructose corn syrup or fructose as a sweetener, we use pure raw honey. In addition, we do not add synthetic preservatives to our elderberry syrup such as citric acid. Our syrup is potent and delicious, kids love it! Please click on The POE Difference menu tab to learn more about our elderberry syrup!

What are the ingredients?

Purified water, local raw honey, certified organic European elder (berries) (Sambucus nigra), certified organic ginger root, certified organic cinnamon sticks, and certified organic whole cloves.

What does your elderberry syrup taste like?

We use an abundance of raw honey and elderberries in our elderberry syrup recipe. Your taste buds will enjoy the flavor profiles of the honey, elderberries, cinnamon, ginger root and whole cloves reminding many of our customers the flavor of “apple butter”.  The spices are not only added to enhance the taste of our elderberry syrup, but they too have their own health benefits that contribute to the overall wellness of our elderberry syrup.

Do you take our elderberry syrup daily or just when you’re symptomatic?

It’s completely up to you on how you choose to use our elderberry syrup. You may choose to take it daily as an immune system booster, to help ease joint pain or allergies. Seasonally, during cold, flu, allergy flare-ups or for additional support when you're symptomatic. Because elderberry syrup has been known to have so many great health benefits the possibilities are endless. Our family chooses to the suggested dosage daily and up our consumption if symptoms arise. 

Are there any side effects when taking elderberry syrup?

The consumption of elderberries may cause digestive discomfort. If you or a child experience this, decrease the suggested use and take with food. 

What are the benefits of elderberry syrup?

According to Dr. Axe, elderberries carry many health benefits including: major cold and flu relief, sinus infection aid, lowers blood sugar, natural diuretic, natural laxative, encourages healthy skin, eases allergies, may help prevent cancer and may improve heart health. With a host of several pure ingredients from nature, each ingredient used in our elderberry syrup contributes health benefits. Please visit our “ingredients” tab at the top of our website to read more about the benefits of each and every ingredient used in our elderberry syrup.

Axe, J. (2018). Elderberry: Natural Medicine for Colds, Flu, Allergies and More. Retrieved from www.draxe.com/elderberry

Is there a chance for an allergic reaction?

Yes. Just like any new food or herb, we advise taking your first dose of our elderberry syrup with caution to be sure you do not have an allergic reaction.  In addition, anyone who is allergic to honey, berries, or spices (ginger root, cinnamon or whole cloves) should also be cautious when choosing to consume this product. Please seek medical attention immediately if an allergic reaction occurs.